Setting up a gaming console with a chromebook, ps3 controller issues
I'm trying to set up my new chromebook as a steam console, but having trouble getting it to recognize ps3 controllers.
Using Ubuntu, Steam runs quite well, since I'm lucky enough to have a chromebook pixel. I'm using the crouton shell script to dual boot, but that means I'm stuck on the 3.8 version of the Linux kernel for now.
I have tried a number of different drivers and scripts, including the popular xboxdrv which I had success with on previous computers, but none on this one.
Anyone try this before?
Best Answer
Got it. I did two things, and I think both were necessary. Installed this for better controller support, https://launchpad.net/~mdeslaur/+archive/ubuntu/steamos
and ran the games with sudo. Hopefully it becomes a smoother process over time with software updates, but for now this is a decent solution.
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How do I connect my ps3 controller to my Chromebook?
No. Most video ports (HDMI included) are usually not bidirectional. The HDMI port on a Chromebook and a PS3 are both OUT, and will not accept incoming video/audio signals.Can you hook a ps3 to a Chromebook?
In many cases, you just plug your USB-controller into your Chromebook and you can start gaming straight away. In late 2020, Google released an update that allows pairing via Bluetooth as well.How to play games on a chromebook using a PS3 Controller
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